“Aldenham and the North London Schemes were both approved by the Lord President on Jan. 15. The former was, on petition laid upon the table of the two Houses of Parliament; but no petition was presented praying that the latter should be so submitted to Parliament. However, the time provided by the Act has expired, and both schemes will almost certainly be approved by Her Majesty at the next Council.
“So it is the opinion both at the Council Office and here, that the Schemes are as safe as anything can be which has not actually received formal and final sanction.
“With the kindest good wishes,
“I am ever, my dear Miss Buss,
“Very truly yours,
“J. G. Fitch.”
On May 14, 1875, I received this welcome note—
“My dear Annie,
“The Queen signed our scheme at yesterday’s Privy Council. The news has just come from Mr. Fitch.
“Ever your loving